Ranji Trophy News

Mumbai batter Prithvi Shaw has been omitted from the squad for the upcoming Ranji Trophy match. Shaw’s absence paved the way for left-handed opener Akhil Herwadkar who adds experience with 41 Ranji matches to his name and has been included in the Ajinkya Rahane-led squad against Tripura.

Jharkhand wicket-keeper batter Ishan Kishan has received guidance from the selectors and is slated for his return to the domestic circuit. Kishan was previously excluded by the Board of Control for Cricket in India for opting out of the Ranji Trophy last year and is now preparing for his comeback.

Hanuma Vihari has announced his decision to switch domestic teams after Andhra's Ranji season ended, stating he felt humiliated upon being stripped of captaincy after the season opener. The former Test regular has claimed a politically connected father of a teammate was behind his sacking.

Vidharba star Faiz Fazal is all set to bid goodbye to professional cricket after an illustrious career across the three formats. The ongoing Ranji Trophy match between Vidarbha and Haryana at the VCA Stadium in Nagpur will be the former Vidarbha captain's last game at the domestic level.